Residents of Avondale have a delightful opportunity to leave their mark on the city's cultural landscape. The City of Avondale, together with its Municipal Art Committee and the Avondale Parks, Recreation, and Libraries Department, is holding an engaging community event. Scheduled for Wednesday, November 5, the gathering is all about intertwining local insights with artistic vision – quite literally putting public art in the hands of the very public it's meant to serve.
The free family-friendly evening promises not only a showcase of inspiring works by HYBYCOZO – the art world darlings famed for their geometric sculptures – but also a participatory experience that's both down-to-earth and uplighting. As described on the City's announcement, guests are invited to draw shapes representing their perspective on Avondale, aiding HYBYCOZO artists Serge Beaulieu and Yelena Filipchuk in sourcing local flavor for a new public art piece at Old Town Avondale Plaza.
HYBYCOZO's installations are nothing short of captivating: Large-scale, light-infused pieces that have graced global venues and have been featured by institutions including the Smithsonian and the Crystal Bridges Museum. The collaborative event in Avondale offers up the artists' portfolio for public view, allowing residents a sneak-peek into the kind of aesthetic that will soon be a permanent fixture in their community space.
The upcoming artwork is set to be integrated into the Old Town Avondale Plaza, a developing project at the corner of Western Avenue and Dysart Road. Expected to open its landscaped parks and walking paths in 2026, the area is envisioned as a significant boost for the community's cultural and recreational life. And in a nod to camaraderie and collective creativity, the Avondale crew are ensuring that resident's voices aren't just heard, they're seen and experienced through the medium of public art.
Interested locals should head over to the Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library at 495 E. Western Ave, Avondale, AZ, between 5:30 and 7:00 p.m. to join in on the Community Art Night with HYBYCOZO. For those marking their calendars, the date once again is November 5. And remember, everyone is welcome – this is an all-ages event. For those needing a bit more info, the Avondale city line is (623) 333-2400. An evening of creativity and community awaits, so don't miss your chance to contribute to Avondale's artistic horizon.
